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The rebuilding of Sun Devil football is entering its second year under Kenny Dillingham. Last season was full of adversity, but through the wave of injuries and obstacles, there were signs of growth. Arguably the most promising development was the play of the defense.
In his first year as ASU's defensive coordinator, Valley native Brian Ward oversaw a unit that flashed some tantalizing potential, highlighted by the masterful performance against Washington. There were some late-season struggles, but armed with a season of experience in the scheme and a wave of talented newcomers, Ward's group could be primed for bigger things in the Big 12 this fall.
On this episode, Brian and I discuss how the scheme is coming along in Year 2, the likely adjustments for Big 12 ball, the next wave of team leaders, how each level of the defense is shaping up, his new favorite Valley burrito spot, and much more

On the calendar, it may be the middle of the offseason, but the hard work doesn't stop for the Sun Devils. We're joined in studio by ASU offensive lineman Ben Coleman for a in-depth look at the work the program is putting in behind the scenes preparing for the 2024 season. Next up, Peter Boyle of Activate Sports Management gives us an inside look at new ASU AD Graham Rossini and how he conducts business. Finally, we chat with new Sun Devil 2025 wide receiver commit Michael Scott (1:17:36).

Kenny Dillingham met with the media for a pre-summer conversation covering his viral video game prank, recruiting, offseason progress, and more.

As summer nears, the Sun Devils' recruiting wins continue to heat up. After a rundown of the latest ASU sports news, we discuss the run of five new commitments that propelled the Sun Devils' 2025 class among the nation's best. Then, we get to know three of them: WR Cam Dyer (35:54), OL Desean Bryant Jr. (53:21), and LB Lee "Puka" Fuimaono (1:00:37).

2024 was a frustrating season for Xavier Guillory. Battling injuries, the transfer wideout was unable to fully get going in his debut season as a Sun Devil. But overcoming obstacles is nothing new for him, and he's now healthy, locked and loaded to bounce back this fall.
Taking a different path than many Native American athletes, Xavier found immediate success on the gridiron. However, his path to major college football took time, putting in hard work at the FCS level with Idaho State before becoming a Sun Devil last year. With a season left to play, he hopes to find the level of success that propels ASU to victories while also becoming an example for other Native athletes to follow.
On this episode, we discuss his journey, carrying on his late father's legacy, forging a path for other Native athletes, the loaded 2024 Sun Devil wide receiver room, and much more.

College sports is filled with wonderful stories. It's also filled with constant change, turnover, and the occasional controversy. Navigating those waters can be difficult, but Arizona State has had a steady hand on the helm for decades.
Doug Tammaro heads up ASU's media relations department. It's an often thankless job, but the impact he has made for Sun Devils student-athletes, fans, and media members, both professional and student, has been immense. In addition to having impeccable taste in NFL teams, Tammaro has brought a positive, gratitude-oriented mindset to his work. But just remember to clean up your area in the press box.
On this episode, we discuss his early days starring on the basketball courts of western Pennsylvania, the lessons he learned early in his career, his favorite Sun Devil moments, unsung Sun Devils, the origins of the Kyle Dodd rivalry, the power of a handwritten note, and much more.